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EastEnders and Dad's Army star Ian Lavender dies aged 77: 'He leaves behind a legacy of laughter'

Ian Lavender, who was best known for his role as Private Pike in Dad's Army has died at the age of 77, with the news confirmed by the show's social media account

Dad's Army star Ian Lavender has died at the age of 77 and was the last surviving member of the much-loved show. The show's social media account posted on Monday: "We are deeply saddened to hear the passing of the wonderful, Ian Lavender. However, soap fans might also remember Ian for his role in EastEnders as Derek Harkinson, a gay friend of Pauline Fowler.

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